NovelEnglishMillie paused, "Babe, it's our first trip abroad together. Aren't we going to take a selfie?" Murray replied indifferently, "I'm not into photos." After that, he closed his eyes to rest.
Millie bit her lower lip, feeling like a bucket of cold water spilled over her excitement.
The Maldor Beach welcomed them with its vast blue skies and seas. Immediately after they disembarked from the helicopter, a staff member greeted them.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAfter checking in, a bellhop took care of their luggage. Looking tired, Murray headed to the elevator, and suddenly, his gaze landed on Corley.
Emerging from the elevator, Corley seemed to have embraced the local vacation vibe, donning a floral print button-down shirt paired with matching beach shorts. Maybe it was his buff build or good looks, but he somehow made that gaudy outfit look totally classy without even trying.
Corley spotted Murray immediately and strolled to him with a somewhat teasing smile, sunglasses hanging from one hand, exuding a carefree charm. "Hey, here for a getaway?" Unamused, Murray replied, "Yeah, what a coincidence, huh?" Corley smirked, "Maybe it's fate. But you're a bit slow. I got here a day earlier." Murray's expression darkened at the mention, "Thanks to someone's misleading information, I got delayed. But your early arrival didn't quite pay off, huh?" Corley remained silent at that jab.
"Do you think all your little schemes, even following her here like a lost puppy, will make her fall for you? I know her too well. You don't stand a chance as long as I'm around." Murray was confident in his assertion.
Given his relationship with Roseanne, Corley wouldn't have a chance even if they broke up.
Corley's eyes darkened, a sly smile forming as he glanced meaningfully at Millie. "Why not give it a try? People change, you know. Aren't you the same?" én.ls"Enjoy your holiday," Corley said, patting Murray's shoulder, which Murray swiftly dodged.ge my fun, Mr. Sullivan. But speople might not find theirs as enjoyable." With that, Murray strode into the elevator.
Millie hurried after him, gripping his hand tightly.
Did Corley's words mean Roseanne was also there? Ding! The elevator doors opened, and Murray pulled away. "I've got things to do. Enjoy yourself." Without looking back, he walked away.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmRoseanne examined the fox mask in her hand, admiring the intricate carvings and craftsmanship that brought its eyes to life.
"Where did this cfrom? It's neat," she asked, directing her gaze at Leda.
Roseanne tried it on. The mask covered only the upper half of her face, fitting surprisingly well with the lower half, not feeling out of place at all.
Leda said, "There's a masquerade ball at the hotel tonight at eight. You gotta wear a mask to get in. I picked out this fox mask for you. Cool, right?" Leda glanced at Roseanne's outfit, a red and white striped maxi dress with a pearl hairpin tucked behind, her ear, the red pendant earrings et swinging gently with her movements, adding a touch,
allure. The mask's playful fox motif perfectly complemented her look.
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